Dental Assistant — Growth, Free CE & Flexible Schedule

aspendental; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with match

Career development opportunities

Team-oriented culture

Free Continuing Education through TAGU

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians, take x-rays, prep and sterilize equipment, and help manage patient flow on site. This role offers full-time hours with competitive pay and a strong benefits package.

You will join a team-focused practice with comprehensive training and opportunities for career growth, while contributing to patient care and community smiles. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide patient care.
• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state; including x-ray certification if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice.
• Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health.
• Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns.
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations.
• Perform digital intraoral scans.
• Support patient charting for doctors.
• Perform various office tasks as necessary.
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Lifelong learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active dental assistant license/permit

X-ray certification (if required)

Job description

Aspen Dental in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians, take x-rays, prep and sterilize equipment, and help manage patient flow on site. This role offers full-time hours with competitive pay and a strong benefits package.

You will join a team-focused practice with comprehensive training and opportunities for career growth, while contributing to patient care and community smiles. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.